Carlos Arevalo Carranza, charged with the brutal stabbing of Bambi Larson, has been declared incompetent to stand trial a second time due to mental health issues. He was diagnosed with schizophrenia and initially restored to competency, but his condition deteriorated after returning to jail, leading to renewed concerns from his defense. Despite efforts to medicate him with injectable drugs, his refusal to take necessary medications and engage with the judicial process has stalled the case, raising questions about the effectiveness of current mental health interventions in legal contexts.
Miguel Rodriguez, a county assistant public defender, raised concerns about Arevalo's mental state, noting his refusal to take medication, maintain hygiene, or attend court.
A judge ordered Carlos Arevalo Carranza back to Napa State Hospital after a new competency trial revealed his mental health had regressed since his initial restoration.
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